Almost all of us have scars. Some eventually heal and fade, while others take on a life of their own. A keloid is scar tissue that has grown excessively over the wound and creates a large smooth lump.
They are most commonly found on the chest, shoulders, earlobes, and cheeks. However, keloids can affect any part of the body. And if you have a keloid(s), don’t worry, they are quite common.
Keloid scars tend to be larger than the original wound itself. They may take weeks or months to develop fully. While keloid scars may be itchy, they’re usually not harmful to your health.
You may experience discomfort, tenderness, or possible irritation from your clothing or other forms of friction. In rare instances, you may experience keloid scarring on large areas of your body, which can sometimes restrict movement.
Keloids are often more of a cosmetic concern than a health one.
While a keloid is rarely harmful to your health, you may not love the way that it looks. Many people have keloid scars, but if you to reduce the appearance naturally, there are a few ways.
Apple cider vinegar
Water
What You Have To Do
Dilute ACV with an equal amount of water. Take enough to cover the entire affected area.
Apply on the keloid and leave it for 30 minutes.
Rinse it off with water.
Repeat daily for 4-6 weeks.
Lemon juice
What You Have To Do
Apply lemon juice directly on the affected area and let it stand for 30 minutes.
Later, wash the area with warm water.
Repeat daily.
Baking soda:
1 teaspoon baking soda
3 teaspoons 3% hydrogen peroxide
Cotton ball
What You Have To Do
Mix baking soda and hydrogen peroxide to form a smooth paste.
Apply this using the cotton ball on the affected area and let it stand for 20 minutes.
Rinse it off with water.
Repeat twice daily.
Sandalwood and rose water:
1-2 teaspoons sandalwood powder
Rose water
What You Have To Do
Make a thick paste of sandalwood in rose water and apply on the affected area at bedtime.
Wash off next morning with warm water.
Repeat nightly.
Garlic:
1-2 garlic cloves
What You Have To Do
Apply crushed garlic cloves on the scars and leave it for 15 minutes.
Wash the area later with lukewarm water.
Repeat twice a day daily.
You can also use garlic oil instead of the fresh garlic cloves.
Aloe vera, honey, grapefruit extract, jojoba oil, rosehip oil, frankincense, and onion juice are all also effective when applied to keloids.
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